Dishwasher safe Designed by Hans Theo Baumann Medaillon shape created in 1962 Made in Germany High fired Vitrified Porcelain body Thomas Medallion Thin Gold band china is a classic of its time. The Medaillon shape was first introduced in 1962 and is made in the world famous Trend Factory. Over 50 years later it is still iconic, easily recognisable china tableware. The porcelain body is fine to the touch and is translucent, this is created by firing the crockery at very high temperatures which also ensures the glaze is strong and durable. Havens has been selling Thomas China Medaillon tableware for over 30 years. The simple clean lines give a designer contemporary look to the dinner service. The great thing is it\'s versatility, robust enough for every day kitchen use, yet the gold banded dinnerware also looks great dressed up for more formal dining occasions. Thomas Medaillion Thin Gold band has been very popular in the Hospitality market, particularly as boardroom and meeting room china. This is German porcelain manufacture at its best, robust, practical, ergonomic and designed for modern day living.